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Wi-Fi Graphics: PC Power Without the Wires?
6 Oct
Summary
- WiCi One streams PC graphics power over Wi-Fi 7.
- It offers a communal computing alternative to cloud subscriptions.
- WiCi One is planned for a December launch.
The WiCi One is emerging as a novel solution to enhance personal computing by enabling wireless streaming of graphics processing power over Wi-Fi 7. This approach presents an alternative to cloud-based AI and local hardware, proposing a model of "communal computing" where a central GPU can be accessed remotely.
The device features specially designed protocols and firmware to minimize latency and interference, aiming to replicate local computing performance. Two models are slated for release, including a $2,600 version with an RTX 5060 Ti and a high-end $10,000 configuration with an RTX 5090.
Demonstrations showed the WiCi One handling demanding AI models and gaming at 1080p with DLSS. However, performance fluctuations were noted, particularly in graphically intensive scenarios without frame generation. Proximity to the device also impacted performance, suggesting ongoing optimization is needed.
While gaming performance is still being refined, the WiCi One may serve creators for tasks like 3D rendering or video export. The company also includes a Thunderbolt 4 port for traditional eGPU functionality. The WiCi One is expected to launch in December, potentially offering a new paradigm for local compute access.
